Winifred “Wini” Feldner, age 94, passed away June 16, 2011 at Aspen Gardens Assisted Living in Helena. Wini was born to Winifred and Douglas Gibb, both immigrants from England February 1, 1917 to Sanish, North Dakota.
She graduated from high school in Minot, North Dakota and attended Minot State College. Wini married Carl “Chuck” Feldner on May 1, 1939 in Helena. They lived in Radersburg for a short time, where Chuck worked on a gold mine dredge. Most of their married life was spent in Helena with the exception of Radersburg and seven years in Polson, where they owned and operated a Ben Franklin store. Wini was a store clerk starting in 1940 as a “Woolworth Girl.”
Wini’s favorite activities were spending time with grandchildren and having tea with friends. Wini has been a member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church since 1939.
Wini’s husband, Chuck, died on December, 1986. She is also preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Colin and Gordon Gibb.
Surviving children include daughters, Sherry (Ken) Morrison of Helena, and Jeanie Hume of Ankeny, IA; grandchildren, Suzanne Mannella of Ankeny, IA, Kammie Takahashi of Allentown, PA, Nicki Bradley of Iowa City, IA, and Sean Morrison of Champaign, IL. She is also survived by nine great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 23rd at Aspen Gardens, House 9. The family is deeply grateful for the loving care Wini received at Aspen Gardens for the last five years. Memorials may be directed to the Salvation Army, 1905 Henderson St., Helena, MT 59601, Farm in the Dell, or an organization of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.aswfuneralhome.com.
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Crystal Wong Shors says
Sherrie, Ken and family,
What a lovely smile your mother had, Sherrie. I hope many happy memories of her life will comfort you. You are in my thoughts.
Jo Ann Jones says
I had the wonderful pleasure of meeting your mother at Aspen Garden. She was a godsend when my mother-in-law became a resident. She always had a smile and a hug for me and I became a better person for having known her. She is missed. You will be in my thought and prayers.
Patsy Hendershott says
I am so sorry about your mommy! That is such a hard time and I can sure relate! Even though you know it is coming…it is so final that it takes awhile to absorb! She was so much fun! Loved her lots! Wish I could be there! Already have people on vacation…so have to stay!
Penny Linn Ueeck says
My friend Sherry, I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I am sure you are thankful for all the years you were fortunate to enjoy her company. I will be thinking of you and hope you find joy in the gathering of family to celebrate her life. Blessing, Penny Linn Ueeck of Redmond, Oregon.
phyllis marshik says
Sherrie,such a load you have had this summer. I am sorry to hear of your loss. Take care. Phyllis